Scrolling through houses on property sites can be fun, especially if you are looking at some of the most expensive in the Colchester area.

From looking over mansions and county estates to beach getaways and a cabin in the woods, there’s a dream home out there for every personality.

If you were looking at what one of the most expensive ones is in the Colchester area then you would find a property in Ivy Lodge Road.

It is listed on Rightmove for a price of £1.5 million and described as a "breathtaking sanctuary" to live a "lifestyle of serenity and sophistication".

Take a look inside the property

On its Rightmove page, it says: "Welcome to this breathtaking sanctuary nestled in the heart of tranquility, where modern luxury meets natural beauty.

Gazette: One of the reception roomsOne of the reception rooms (Image: Fine and Country)

"This exquisite property offers a unique opportunity to indulge in a lifestyle of serenity and sophistication."

Upon entering the property, you'll find three large reception rooms, a sitting room and a pool room which "offer versatile spaces for relaxation and entertainment".

Gazette: The kitchenThe kitchen (Image: Fine and Country)

Meanwhile, the kitchen breakfast room, complete with an AGA oven, is a "chef's delight", and an adjacent boot room adds practicality.

Elsewhere, on the ground floor, the property houses its own private gym, allowing for an ideal space for plenty of equipment.

Gazette: The pool roomThe pool room (Image: Rightmove)

Heading upstairs there are seven bedrooms and five bathrooms, including three en-suites, meaning there is ample space for family and guests.

Externally, the driveway provides plenty of off-street parking for the property and is accessible via a five-bar gate.

Gazette: One of the bedroomsOne of the bedrooms (Image: Rightmove)

Additionally, the garden is described as a "lush expanse of greenery" filled with mature trees and shrubs.

There is also a terraced area here, perfect for outdoor dining or simply as a place to relax and unwind during the evening.

Gazette: A view from outside the houseA view from outside the house (Image: Rightmove)

The profile adds: "This extraordinary property offers a rare chance to experience a lifestyle of elegance and relaxation in a prime location. 

"With its generous living spaces, lush garden, and secluded atmosphere, this residence promises to be a sanctuary of comfort."